8 Frances Wright (1795–1852)

A plaque is situated on the left hand side of the Nethergate, opposite the Bank of Scotland,
which commemorates Frances Wright.

Born in Dundee and daughter of a well-to do Scottish merchant and political radical,
Frances herself became an American social reformer whose revolutionary views included
campaigning for women’s rights, and the freeing of slaves.

Where next?

Cross to the north side of the Nethergate (to the Bank of Scotland).
Then cross back over the Marketgait towards the City Centre.
Stop when you come to the City Churches.
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About Dundee Global Trail

Dundee’s Global Trail will take you on intriguing historic Voyage of Discovery
highlighting the extraordinary locations which make connections
between Dundee and the rest of the world.

While you explore the inner city of modern day Dundee this unusual walking Trail
will make the hour you spend a time of interesting discoveries in the City of Discovery.